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Why is there a field of development economics?
Why is there a field of development economics?
- To study the distribution of PPP adjusted real GDP per person
- To understand the disparities in income and poverty levels across countries
- To analyze the differences in income growth rates between countries (correct)
- To measure GDP per person in different countries
What does the text say about GDP per person in North America compared to sub-Saharan Africa?
What does the text say about GDP per person in North America compared to sub-Saharan Africa?
- North American GDP per person varies widely across countries
- North American GDP per person is 43 times higher than that in sub-Saharan Africa (correct)
- North American GDP per person is 52 times higher than that in sub-Saharan Africa
- North American GDP per person is 1.90 per day
How many people were estimated to be living in extreme poverty in 2019?
How many people were estimated to be living in extreme poverty in 2019?
- 5.5 million
- 52 times richer
- 689 million (correct)
- 1.90 per day
What does the text say about child mortality?
What does the text say about child mortality?
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What is the ratio of maternal mortality in Sierra Leone compared to Norway?
What is the ratio of maternal mortality in Sierra Leone compared to Norway?
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